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Katt - That was only the beginning. ] : ) NP. I am always here to help! If you really need anything just mail! I will do my best to help you out! ; )
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Lillian Jinn - I know, it's definitely not what you expect when you first come in. The summary is also a bit deceiving as well. Well, here you go. ; )
Everyone - This one isn't so long, but just remember to review and if you guys are nice, I'll get you another post within the next 48 hours!! You hear that another wonderful, long possibly tear causing chapter, if you review! : ) Well Enjoy!!!
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Today is a Solution
"Have you repented?" The harsh voice of the Senator inquired.
"I am sorry, Lord. I will never talk back to you again. I promise." The quiet boy responded. Moments passed when finally the door hissed opened. The rush of fresh cool air washed over the tired youth. Stumbling out onto the ground, Obi-Wan gasped in huge lungfulls of the crisp night air. "Thank you, my Lord," voiced the accused.
"Be sure that it doesn't happen again," threatened the evil man. "Now, go fix us dinner." Abruptly, he turned and made his way back inside.
Obi-Wan watched the retreating form. He found his legs, but barely, as he clutched at his prison. They protested their use, since they had been cramped and unused for so long. Forcing himself to rise, he slowly made his way back inside. Quickly, he prepared a small meal for his stepfamily and waited on them.
As they ate, they discussed their plans. "All has been arranged," the greedy Senator announced. "Tomorrow, you two will be entered in the Jedi Tournament as the Nubian representatives."
"What of the real participants?" Xanatos asked.
"Don't you worry about it. They do not have anyone to send this year, although the Council does not know that. I had intercepted their response to the invitation, and sent one of our own." His evil mind was pleased by his cunning. "Soon, my children you will be Jedi Padawans and then we will set our plans in motion."
"We'll be able to defeat them without any problems," Anakin boasted.
"Don't be so cocky." Xanatos reprimanded his younger brother. "It will not be like fighting Obi there. They will be formidable foes."
Obi-Wan wanted to protest, but thought the better of it. Instead, he simply stood brooding and listened to all that they said.
"Wise, my son. You must never underestimate your opponent, Ani, as they will most assuredly do to us. And they will pay for their failure." The room felt darker suddenly and all could sense its weight.
Not fully understanding why, Obi-Wan felt the urge to get involved. "Can I also enter the tournament?"
The two boys laughed but stopped when they saw the intensity on their father's face. "Why do you want to be in the tournament?"
Emboldened by something he didn't totally understand he reasoned, "Well, if you can pass those two off as model Jedi students, I don't see why I can't go either."
"True, they will need some help to affect such an accomplishment, but what makes you think you could do any better?" The man inquired.
Stumbling for an answer, the others waited for a reason, "Well..because..."
"You're father was a Jedi? Do you think that would be sufficient enough to make you pass their tests?" Palpatine mocked.
Angered by the rebuke, Obi-Wan countered, "Why not? Siri thinks I could.." Realizing his blunder he stopped instantly.
Anakin asked, "Who's Siri?" Obviously, confused by the confession, Anakin noticed the bewilderment on his brother's and father's face as well.
Obi-Wan stood silent as he admonished himself for the lapse in judgement. Xanatos stood and came to face his stepbrother. His crystal blue gaze burrowed into the younger boy. "A Jedi?" Obi-Wan remained resolute.
Palpatine rose as well and demanded, "Answer!"
"Yes," came the quiet reply.
"I knew someone toyed with my Force lock. Is that who tried to free you?" The cruel being came to stand beside his son and bury his anger in his glare.
"Yes," meagerly, Obi-Wan answered, sensing his fate would be worse than that which he had just recently been freed from.
"Insolent Child!!!" Barked the usually composed official. "You will soon learn that you are nothing more than a pebble in my shoe, and soon I will be rid of you. But first you will live to know that I will destroy your precious Jedi. And as for your punishment, you will beg for mercy before I am done."
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Reviews!! I crave reviews!! I need reviews!!! PLEASE?!?!?!?! I'm not below begging for tem either. ; )
Miss B - I know I use velcro when I write. ; ) But glad to have you!! *blush* Thank you. I do try my best.
Brown-eyes - *dreams* Ewan dancing 'n' singing just for me. LOL I wish!! Just get the tissues ready for next post ok. ; )
Lighted Eagle - Cliffies usual keep you readers coming back for more!! : p But thank you so very much not-so-humble servant!! I am honoured to be added to your favourites! : D
Ds_jt - All in good time, all in good time. Maybe. ; )
Jedi7 - Thank you! : )
Katt - That was only the beginning. ] : ) NP. I am always here to help! If you really need anything just mail! I will do my best to help you out! ; )
Remnants_2011 - Thanks. I will. : )
Lillian Jinn - I know, it's definitely not what you expect when you first come in. The summary is also a bit deceiving as well. Well, here you go. ; )
Everyone - This one isn't so long, but just remember to review and if you guys are nice, I'll get you another post within the next 48 hours!! You hear that another wonderful, long possibly tear causing chapter, if you review! : ) Well Enjoy!!!
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Today is a Solution
"Have you repented?" The harsh voice of the Senator inquired.
"I am sorry, Lord. I will never talk back to you again. I promise." The quiet boy responded. Moments passed when finally the door hissed opened. The rush of fresh cool air washed over the tired youth. Stumbling out onto the ground, Obi-Wan gasped in huge lungfulls of the crisp night air. "Thank you, my Lord," voiced the accused.
"Be sure that it doesn't happen again," threatened the evil man. "Now, go fix us dinner." Abruptly, he turned and made his way back inside.
Obi-Wan watched the retreating form. He found his legs, but barely, as he clutched at his prison. They protested their use, since they had been cramped and unused for so long. Forcing himself to rise, he slowly made his way back inside. Quickly, he prepared a small meal for his stepfamily and waited on them.
As they ate, they discussed their plans. "All has been arranged," the greedy Senator announced. "Tomorrow, you two will be entered in the Jedi Tournament as the Nubian representatives."
"What of the real participants?" Xanatos asked.
"Don't you worry about it. They do not have anyone to send this year, although the Council does not know that. I had intercepted their response to the invitation, and sent one of our own." His evil mind was pleased by his cunning. "Soon, my children you will be Jedi Padawans and then we will set our plans in motion."
"We'll be able to defeat them without any problems," Anakin boasted.
"Don't be so cocky." Xanatos reprimanded his younger brother. "It will not be like fighting Obi there. They will be formidable foes."
Obi-Wan wanted to protest, but thought the better of it. Instead, he simply stood brooding and listened to all that they said.
"Wise, my son. You must never underestimate your opponent, Ani, as they will most assuredly do to us. And they will pay for their failure." The room felt darker suddenly and all could sense its weight.
Not fully understanding why, Obi-Wan felt the urge to get involved. "Can I also enter the tournament?"
The two boys laughed but stopped when they saw the intensity on their father's face. "Why do you want to be in the tournament?"
Emboldened by something he didn't totally understand he reasoned, "Well, if you can pass those two off as model Jedi students, I don't see why I can't go either."
"True, they will need some help to affect such an accomplishment, but what makes you think you could do any better?" The man inquired.
Stumbling for an answer, the others waited for a reason, "Well..because..."
"You're father was a Jedi? Do you think that would be sufficient enough to make you pass their tests?" Palpatine mocked.
Angered by the rebuke, Obi-Wan countered, "Why not? Siri thinks I could.." Realizing his blunder he stopped instantly.
Anakin asked, "Who's Siri?" Obviously, confused by the confession, Anakin noticed the bewilderment on his brother's and father's face as well.
Obi-Wan stood silent as he admonished himself for the lapse in judgement. Xanatos stood and came to face his stepbrother. His crystal blue gaze burrowed into the younger boy. "A Jedi?" Obi-Wan remained resolute.
Palpatine rose as well and demanded, "Answer!"
"Yes," came the quiet reply.
"I knew someone toyed with my Force lock. Is that who tried to free you?" The cruel being came to stand beside his son and bury his anger in his glare.
"Yes," meagerly, Obi-Wan answered, sensing his fate would be worse than that which he had just recently been freed from.
"Insolent Child!!!" Barked the usually composed official. "You will soon learn that you are nothing more than a pebble in my shoe, and soon I will be rid of you. But first you will live to know that I will destroy your precious Jedi. And as for your punishment, you will beg for mercy before I am done."
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Reviews!! I crave reviews!! I need reviews!!! PLEASE?!?!?!?! I'm not below begging for tem either. ; )